Rheinmetall to send new generation long-range artillery shells to Ukraine
Papperger emphasized the critical role of artillery in the conflict, noting that while Russia has leveraged heavy artillery fire, […]
Brazilian Army selects Israeli ATMOS 155mm howitzers for artillery upgrade
The Brazilian Army's Logistics Command has selected the winning bid for its self-propelled 155mm howitzers as part of the VBCOAP 155mm SR program.
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Mobilising artillery – developments, challenges and the Russo-Ukrainian war [LONG READ]
In 2022, Russia fired anywhere from 20 to 60,000 artillery rounds per day in Ukraine, amounting to approximately 12 million artillery rounds fired throughout the year.
Estonia opens maintenance workshop for K9 artillery systems
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) has officially opened a new workshop in Tapa dedicated to the maintenance of indirect fire weapons.
British Army selects RCH 155 self-propelled howitzer in MFP programme
RCH 155 will provide a world-class 155mm self-propelled artillery gun system to the Royal Artillery.
MilDef to supply ruggedized hardware for Archer artillery systems
Following the framework agreement signed in February with BAE Systems Bofors, additional orders have now been signed for ruggedized hardware for the Archer artillery system, MilDef said.
Netherlands allocates EUR 200 million for air defence and artillery ammunition for Ukraine
The Netherlands has pledged over EUR 200 million towards new initiatives for the rapid delivery of additional air defence systems and artillery ammunition.
Czech Republic signs first contract for artillery ammunition designated for Ukraine
The Czech Republic has signed a contract to deliver 180,000 artillery shells to Ukraine, as announced by Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala.
NSPA awards major artillery ammunition contract to KNDS France
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has secured a significant contract with KNDS France for the supply of 155mm ammunition.
Hanwha strengthens cooperation with Polish industry in K9 howitzer programme
Hanwha Aerospace, the South Korean defence manufacturing giant, is cementing its cooperation with the Polish defence industry through a comprehensive programme involving the K9 howitzer.
BAE Systems awarded contract to maintain and repair light guns in Ukraine
The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded BAE Systems a contract to maintain and repair gifted L119 Light Guns in Ukraine.
Germany to support Armed Forces of Ukraine with 180,000 artillery shells
Germany will fund 180,000 rounds of artillery shells as part of a Czech-led initiative aimed at procuring ammunition for Ukraine.